Daily Inspiration: A Month of Remembrance

This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard and InterFaith Works of CNY.

Imam Khalil Abdulkhabir

Remembering God during this month is a beneficent companion to the Ramadan fast. It is a gentle reminder of God's command for abstention during the month. There is also encouragement to avoid aggression and transgression during this time. Aggression is naturally suppressed during the fast. If the Muslim encounters an aggressive person, he is to avoid responding with aggression. There is peace of mind and tranquility for the fasting person during Ramadan. It is hoped that this peace and tranquility exhibited in this month will continue through the year as a normal state of coexistence until the next month of Ramadan.

Imam Khalil Abdulkhabir is a Muslim Chaplain at the Onondaga County Justice Center, and Volunteer Coordinator-Chairperson of the Onondaga County Reentry Task Force Faith-based Initiative Committee.